King Charles III's U.S. visit to proceed as planned after White House dinner shooting

The White House Correspondents' Association dinner, a prestigious event attended by President Trump, was marred by a shooting incident just days before the planned state visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the United States. Despite the security concerns raised by this event, Buckingham Palace has affirmed that the royal couple's four-day visit will proceed as scheduled, following extensive consultations with U.S. authorities.

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Following extensive discussions on both sides of the Atlantic and on government advice, we can confirm that Their Majesties' State Visit will proceed as planned.

Royal officials expressed relief that neither President Trump nor any other guests were harmed during the shooting. The visit, timed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of American independence, aims to underscore the enduring historical ties between the United Kingdom and the United States. The itinerary includes engagements in Washington D.C. and New York.

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The King and Queen are most grateful to all those who have worked so swiftly to ensure the visit proceeds and look forward to the first engagements tomorrow.

King Charles III is set to make history as the first British monarch to address the U.S. Congress since his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II, did so in 1991. The royal itinerary also includes a tea with President Trump and the First Lady, as well as a state banquet. This visit signifies a continued commitment to the special relationship between the two nations, even amidst unforeseen security challenges.

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was extremely relieved to hear that President Trump, the First Lady and all other guests were unharmed.